1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1982 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1982 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ferrari |
Model | DB5 | 208 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 74 L |